Camden, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Camden is a small town in Indiana with a population of 651. Residents earn $53,977 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
651 Population 2,504/sq mi density
$53,977 Median Income $32,366 per capita
$98,700 Home Value $205,047 Zillow
$505 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,977 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,700 home value, $505/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,977
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,700
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $505
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

How Camden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population651
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density2,504/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,977
Per Capita$32,366
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$952M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,700
Rent$505
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,047
Rent Burden25.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Elevation676 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+90.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Libraries4

Is Camden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camden receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Camden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camden is $53,977, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camden is $98,700, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $505 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Camden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Camden has a population of 651 with a density of 2,504 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

651
Total Population
2,504
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Camden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camden is $53,977, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Camden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,977
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,366
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)436
County GDP$952M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare29
Retail49
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Camden is $98,700, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $505 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,047.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,700
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,047

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$505
57% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Camden, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Camden vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death7,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities29

Crime Rates: Camden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Camden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,504/sq mi
Coordinates40.6099°N, 86.5393°W
County FIPS18015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,504/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants39
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

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